Comparison between Kawai GL10, GL30 & GL50 Grand Piano
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- čas přidán 24. 01. 2017
- In this video The Piano Shop Bath highlights some of the similarities and differences that can be found in KAWAI's GL Series of Grand Pianos. The GL10, GL30 and GL50 are addressed, although there are other models between.
We advise potential customers to download Kawai's latest GL Series brochure to read about the differences in more detail. The GL Series Grand Pianos come with a 10-year manufacturer's warranty.
Visit www.thepianoshopbath.co.uk/pi... for more information. Better still, pop into the Bath shop for a play. - Hudba
I’ve got a GL 30 1 month ago. It’s amazing as i was expecting, and i am amazed of it, it’s really a premium baby grand, that feels and sounds as a normal grand. I highly recommend it if you put it in a flat / small room. You cannot have something better! It is even used in many Music Universities and in my Uni in Vienna.
Just get one with confidence and you will be amazed!
Ciprian Buta .... that’s amazing to hear. I’m so pleased that you’re delighted with your acquisition. We sell many of these models, for the simple reason that they are great value and perform so well. A great choice. Top regards, Robb.
My instructor, who is retired but still active with private instruction, judging and venues hs a 7’ SS. He was at my home recently and played my GL30 which is 1.5 years old. He was truly amazed. The speed, the recovery and was amazed at the low bass. Very controllable and the sound! He thought it was as good as his. (Of course that can’t be; our home is more acoustically friendly.
BTW there is a world of difference between the 10 & 20 and the GL30. Not only size. Beginning with the GL 30, they are made at their Hamamatsu factory in Japan. (There is also a BIG price difference.)
The GL 10 is extremely affordable. A good 1st piano, or one for small spaces, or for smaller budgets.
Those are sounding wonders, indeed. I want to buy one when the right time comes.
GL10 would be enough for me. But seriously, you can hear more on the GL-30 and the GL-50 truely sounds grand.
I think if you really wanted to get a grand as a student, the GL30 is the sweet spot, especially the ATX2 model which allows you to play with headphones. In a typical household, you cannot practise on a grand-type piano any time of day you want and never disturb someone else.
Thanks for the great video. Would there be kind soul who could (generally) recommend appropriate room size for GL 30?
The worst nightmare will be to get a dream piano but due to room size, it could be overly deafening.
That's a tough one. It may require trial and error. Goodness how that would work. The GL30 has plenty of volume. With the lid down it'll significantly attenuate the sound, but as soon as you lift the front lid to access the music desk the volume will inevitably increase. I have a Yamaha C3 in my lounge (8m x 3.5m) and it can be powerful with the lid up, but just right with the lid down and music desk up. Sorry I can't get more specific.
Why doesn’t the GL10 have the cross brace over the bass strings?
Dear Robb, when you say
- "GX range are more 'hand built' to a higher standard that would only be appreciated by an experienced player" and
- "but you might one day wish you'd had the 50 if you'd purchased the 30, when one of the children become very proficient".
I assume you meant that there will be differences when used by experienced pianists during their practice or play. So does it mean that a GX would a better piano to hone the skills of a experienced pianist due to the superior sound quality?
Thanks in advance!
The GX range is superior in just about all aspects of its performance. Eventually, as the young pianists honed their skills they would come to appreciate that the GX was a fine choice, but it would be a long way down the line. Like most things, the more you spend on a product, the more likely it will offer better performance and quality. Nothing is absolute. There's a big price difference between the GL and GX series. However, if you choose to go with the GL50 you will not be dissapointed. Robb
Once again thanks Robb for the explanation. Much appreciated.
Good review. Do I get Kawai K500 or GL20/ 30? Any difference in their timber thickness etc?
There are very large timbers supporting the frame and soundboard of the K500, however it's a case of chalk and cheese, as the constructional differences between uprights and grands are fundamentally different.
Which did you get? I’m in the same boat 🛶 now
@james tee which did you get ?
Answer clown
Dear sir, I am currently considering to acquire either the GL30 or the GL50. Also considering GX series. You mentioned that the difference between the pianos are mainly dynamic range due to the different soundboard size. Because I am purchasing the piano for our kids to learn and practice. My questions are:
1) Does the pianos play the same? In terms of how heavy are the keys when pressed?
2) The GX series are more expensive. Other than having better built quality and sounds quality. Are they harder to play? In terms how heavy or hard are the keys for kids to press?
The reason I ask is because if there are no difference when playing the GX or GL at the keys. Meaning that one is not harder to play than the other one. Then I could save some money at buying the GL than the GX. or the GL10 than the GL50. If one is harder to play, I would prefer to buy the harder one to build their arm and finger strength over time.
I do not know piano myself, but my kids are learning at great pace with a very good teacher and mentor. Please pardon me if my question sounds silly as a piano isn't cheap and I would like to research more before making the final decision.
Thanks in advance.
You've asked a huge set of questions here. I'll address what I can. First of all the pianos play pretty well the same. All Kawai pianos are light and responsive, and can be played even by small children. A piano that is very light to touch will eventually have to be traded in as the children's strength grows. With small children (and I had 3 + 7 grandchildren) piano keyboard touch is not a problem. The notes will just get played slightly quieter. As for the difference between the GX and GL range; there no doubt about the fact that the GX range are more 'hand built' to a higher standard that would only be appreciated by an experienced player. The GL range is superb and better aligned to the novice player. Having said that, I must be clear that the GL range is beautiful to play. The big difference between the GL10 and GL30 an GL50 is size (and therefore price). The GL50 with its large soundboard will provide a deeper and wider sound from bass to treble. The actions are virtually identical. To sum up. The GX range is not 'harder' to play, but you may invest in quality that is unnecessary. The difference between GL30 and GL50 is marginal. If you can afford the GL50 and you have the room - go for it! You won't regret purchasing the GL50, but you might one day wish you'd had the 50 if you'd purchased the 30, when one of the children become very proficient ...... but that's just my view, which all gets very personal. Top regards to you and your budding geniuses. Robb.
Thanks for taking the time to explain with such details. Really appreciate it. Thank you very much Robb.
@@AshHayBrax I have a GL-10, and it has one of the heaviest actions I've ever played. Much heavier than the Steinways, Yamahas, Bosendorfers, Bostons, and Schimmels at my local piano shop. That being said, kid aren't usually playing songs with fast passages that are affected by the action. My 6 year old has played on my GL10 with no problem. So, heavy action but not a problem for kids (more of an issue for more advanced players who need to play fast).
@@emerywang Your experience is quite the opposite of most.
@@JohnLee-db9zt Hi John. I must have posted this shortly after I had bought the piano. Since then I got it regulated and had key bushings eased. Plays fine now, it is a good quality piano. Thanks for the comment.
May i ask what device you use to record your samples?
I use a 'Zoom H4N' for virtually all of my recordings. It's certainly not a 'reference' device, but it offers consistent performance. The pure volume of recordings that I undertake necessitates a compact and lightweight method. The sound picked up by the video cameras are used only for 'synchronisation', and then muted for the final edit. I hope that helps. Robb
@@RobbLawton thank you very much for your reply this helped me alot
Can I ask what is this song
Pls sounds so good
Er BanK .... “Concerto Pour la fin d'un Amour”- by the French film composer Francis Lai.
Who wrote this version, because i only can find simpler sheet music. I really like this version!
What are the main differences between the GL range and the GX range?
Ryan Patterson ...... the GX range is more hand built than the volume produced GL range. Either types are superb, however you’ll find more of the GX range being purchased by studios and academies ....
I wish you gave the retail price of each. Extremely important
It constantly changes. This homework needs to be done by the purchaser.
What song is being played in the comparison tests?
'Concerto Pour La Fin D'Un Amour' by Francis Lai
Thanks!
I have got this awesome piano you can watch the unboxing of GL 10 here : czcams.com/video/Bu2ncn57A6E/video.html
audio quality no good. I thought those Zoom recorders were better than that. The compression is killing it.
We try our hardest ....